RESEARCH/LAB TECHNICIAN SR

School of Natural Resources

The selected candidate will work with University of Missouri (MU) graduate students and the Missouri Department of Conservation biologists. In 2024, MU researchers identified the first ever wild Lake Sturgeon larvae in Missouri River tributaries. The candidate will be part of these efforts to determine factors affecting Lake Sturgeon spawning. The candidate will be required to use an assortment of fisheries sampling techniques and equipment including: sonic telemetry, gill nets, trot lines, larval drift nets, benthic trawls, boats with outboard and jet motors, GPS equipment and other laboratory analytical equipment. The position will also conduct laboratory tasks including enumeration and identification of larval fishes, mapping suitable Lake Sturgeon habitat, and maintain the accuracy and availability of information in databases, provide field and technical support to researchers, students, managers, and perform general maintenance on boats and equipment. The position is grant funded through the MU School of Natural Resources but will be housed at MU in Columbia.

Monday - Friday

8am - 5pm

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

BS degree in Fisheries & Wildlife/Natural Resources or similar field; experience working outdoors and independently, operating boats, various nets used in fisheries, Department of Interior Motorboat Operators Certification. The ability to work with limited supervision.

Hiring Range: $14.51 - $19.92 hourly

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual's particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: GGS - 006
University Title: Senior Research/Lab Technician

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MU application

Resume/CV

Questions related to position contact:

Levi Umland

Email: lunnn@umsystem.edu

Graduate Research Assistant

MO Cooperative Fish & Wildlife Research Unit

University of Missouri - Columbia

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

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The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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